Job Vacancy at Affin Bank Berhad

Affin Bank Berhad (AFFINBANK) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Affin Holdings Berhad which is listed on Bursa Malaysia. It commenced operations in January 2001 following a merger between the former Perwira Affin Bank Berhad and BSN Commercial (M) Berhad in August 2000. In June 2005, it merged with the former Affin-ACF Finance Berhad. To date, it has a network of 82 branches nationwide. The Bank is constantly reviewing the geographical reach of its branches to better serve its customers. Towards this end, the Bank is on constant look-out for more strategic locations for the existing branches and to relocate if deemed appropriate. The Bank serves both retail and corporate customers. The business units of the Bank comprise Enterprise Banking, Consumer Banking, Debt and Capital Markets and Hire Purchase. Consumer Banking provides credit cards, personal loans, mortgages and deposit taking services to individuals. Enterprise Banking offers corporations, institutional clients and SMEs services in corporate banking, contract financing and trade finance. Enterprise Banking serves as an important feeder to the other business units by way of contacts and opportunities.

1. Customer Relationship Executive / Mortgage Sales Executive

- To be based in Kedah, Penang, Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Johor Bahru

Requirements:
All fresh graduates with Diploma / Degree are encouraged to apply. Affin Bank prefers candidates who are out-going, able to build rapport with customers and possess good communication skilss.

Walk In Interview
Date: 12 November 2011
Time: 9.00 am - 4.00 pm
Place: Affin Bank Berhad, 17th Floor, Menara Affin, 80, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur.

Interested candidates who are unable to attend the walk in interview may submit their resume including current and expected salary to: hr.recruitment@affinbank.com.my

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